LAC 48:I.9017. Changes in Licensee Information or Personnel

A. A PRTF license shall be valid only for the person or entity named in the license application and only for the specific geographic address listed on the license application. B. Any change regarding the PRTF’s name, “doing business as” name, mailing address, phone number, or any combination thereof, shall be reported in writing to the department within five days of the change. Any change regarding the PRTF name or “doing business as” name requires a change to the facility license and the required fee for the issuance of an amended license. C. Any change regarding the facility’s key administrative personnel shall be reported in writing to the department within five days of the change. 1. Key administrative personnel shall include the: a. administrator; b. clinical director; and c. program manager. 2. The facility’s notice to the department shall include the individual’s: a. name; b. hire date; and c. qualifications. D. A change of ownership (CHOW) of the PRTF shall be reported in writing to the department at least five days prior to the change of ownership. 1. The license of a PRTF is not transferable or assignable. The license cannot be sold. 2. In the event of a CHOW, the new owner shall submit the legal CHOW document, all documents required for a new license, and the applicable licensing fee. Once all of the application requirements are completed and approved by the department, a new license shall be issued to the new owner. 3. A PRTF that is under provisional licensure, license revocation or denial of license renewal may not undergo a CHOW. E. Any request for a duplicate license shall be accompanied by the required fee. F. A PRTF that intends to change the physical address of its geographic location is required to have plan review approval, Office of State Fire Marshal approval, Office of Public Health approval, compliance with other applicable licensing requirements, and an on-site licensing survey prior to the relocation of the facility. 1. Written notice of intent to relocate shall be submitted to HSS when the plan review request is submitted to the department for approval. 2. Relocation of the facility’s physical address results in a new anniversary date and the full licensing fee shall be paid.